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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Mulan
The early medieval Ballad of Mulan tells of the exploits of a heroine who, disguised as a man, distinguished herself as a warrior.
Pope calls for politics to rediscover its vocation to work for common good
People who think politics is sinking to new lows may find comfort in knowing Pope Francis is also concerned about the debasement of what Church teaching has described as a “lofty vocation”.
Change to prayers during Mass due in November
Worshippers will from late-November notice a slight change to the words the priest prays just before the Liturgy of the Word, with the amendment supporting a more faithful understanding of the Trinity
Mater Dei College pupil wins Caritas Australia art award
Athena Route, a Year 12 student at Mater Dei College in Perth, won the Caritas Australia Perpetual Trophy at the 2020 Angelico Exhibition for her artwork titled The Value of Intangible Memories.
Archdiocesan priests gather, milestones honoured
Dozens of priests, deacons and seminarians convened for the annual clergy Mass on Tuesday 22 September 2020.
The Personal History of David Copperfield
Of the numerous film adaptations of Charles Dickens’ autobiographical 1850 novel, The Personal History of David Copperfield (Fox Searchlight) may rank as the happiest.
UNDA enters historic partnership with St Mary’s University
The University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with St Mary’s University, Twickenham, London, which will provide joint opportunities for both staff and students.
Cardinal Becciu resigns as prefect, Cardinal Pell applauds Pope’s actions
In a move apparently related to Vatican financial scandals, Pope Francis accepted Cardinal Angelo Becciu’s resignation as prefect of the Congregation for Saints’ Causes and his renunciation of the rights associated with being a cardinal, the Vatican announced on 24 September.
Catholic hospitals welcome telehealth funding extension, calls for permanency
Catholic Health Australia (CHA) believes the Federal Government’s decision to extend the current list of Medicare services delivered via telehealth to March 2021 is welcome, but that it should remain beyond the pandemic.
Identitywa’s Drew ticks off a life goal
Working towards independent living has been a major goal for 28-year-old Drew, supported by his parents Michelle and Vic.
